JACKPOT TALES: ARISTOCRAT’S NEW ADVENTURE-THEMED HOLD AND SPIN GAMES
Jackpot Tales is now available on the new Baron Cabinet in either a Link or SAP configuration, with Mars X to follow. The game suite is structured around a “pursuit of treasure” theme and comprises three established storylines: Captain Hook, Aladdin’s Dream, and Robin’s Arrow. These recognisable themes and art packages are intended to support player familiarity and broad demographic appeal across clubs and hotels. From a product perspective, Jackpot Tales incorporates a contemporary Hold and Spin + Frame Upgrade feature mechanic to add variety for players.
The platform offers multiple jackpot entry points to align with different venue strategies. For both NSW and QLD, SAP configurations are available with $5,000 or $8,000 start-ups and Link options include $10,000, $15,000, $25,000 or $50,000 start-ups. Multilink configurations provide $30,000 and $50,000 options in NSW, and $25,000, $40,000 and $50,000 options in QLD, enabling flexibility in positioning and investment level across jurisdictions.
Treasure Chest Feature
The Treasure Feature is the core Hold and Spin mechanic deployed across all titles within the game family, providing a unified feature experience regardless of theme selection.
The feature is triggered when six red bag symbols land on the screen and activate a classic Hold and Spin mechanic. The six triggering symbols are initially enclosed within bronze frames. Subsequent red bags that land during the feature will either introduce a new bronze frame or upgrade an existing frame position to the next level.
Bronze frames can advance to silver, increasing the associated prize value, while silver frames can be upgraded to gold, the highest prize tier within the feature, which awards at least eight times the player’s bet. At the conclusion of the respin sequence, prize values are revealed sequentially, progressing from bronze through to gold, providing a structured and transparent prize resolution process.
Gold Chest Feature
The Gold Chest Feature operates as a second-level enhancement of the standard Treasure Feature. It is triggered when six gold chest symbols land on the screen and transitions the player into a Hold and Spin sequence where only gold chest symbols are available.
As these gold chest symbols represent the highest prize tier these prizes may include mystery bonus awards and jackpots, positioning the Gold Chest Feature as the premium iteration of the Hold and Spin cycle within the Jackpot Tales suite.
Free games features
The Free Games feature varies slightly across the individual titles within the Jackpot Tales suite. In all games the free games are triggered by landing three scatter symbols which open a selection screen.
In Captain Hook, players choose from one of four ships, each revealing up to three substitute symbols that remain active throughout the free games. This title employs a more volatile math model, offering higher potential prize outcomes.
For Aladdin’s Dream and Robin’s Arrow, players select from one of four potion bottles, each offering different rewards, including six free games with multipliers, the Treasure Feature, the Gold Chest Feature, or a Mystery Coin prize.
The features within Jackpot Tales are designed to offer a layered and scalable player experience. From the base Treasure Feature through the premium Gold Chest Feature, supported by a Free Games feature, the game family provides multiple entertainment points and prize potential.
The consistent use of familiar storylines, combined with flexible Hold and Spin mechanics and progressive prize structures, allows venues to cater to a wide range of player preferences.
For more information contact your Aristocrat representative or visit aristocratgaming.com.au
